Queen hiring part-time maid of 'highest standards' at official Scottish residence on £9.50 an hour

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The Queen wants a part-time maid at her official Scottish residence "to deliver the exceptional" for £9.50 an hour. The Housekeeping Assistant at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh will be expected to work 20 hours a week. "This is a career pathway in hospitality that will develop your housekeeping skills and expertise," says the advert on the Royal website. "Joining our professional team, you'll upkeep, clean and care for a wide range of interiors and items, ensuring they're presented to their very best."Learning from your colleagues, you'll gain the specialist professional skills needed, always aiming for the highest standards.

And you'll welcome and take care of guests at functions and events too."In an environment where development and training is commonplace, you'll be able to grow your skills."Previous housekeeping or hospitality experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

We're more interested in your proactive approach and ability to tackle new challenges."With attention to detail you take pride in your work and aim for the highest standards."You'll enjoy working as part of a team and are happy to get involved in a range of tasks to support others."Well organised and with good time management skills, you can meet deadlines and work efficiently to get jobs done."Above all, you'll be eager to learn new skills and develop a hospitality career."This is your opportunity to use your enthusiasm and interest in hospitality to deliver the exceptional."In return you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays), a 15% employer contribution pension scheme (with the option for flexibility - to increase contributions or draw down as salary),